State ISASP Testing

Starting the Monday after Spring Break, we will begin ISASP testing. We will be using a 2 hour delay bell schedule on these days.

• On Monday (3/24) & Tuesday (3/25) 9th-11th grade students will begin testing at 7:50 am. Seniors will not need to report until 9:50 am.
• On Wednesday (3/26) Sophomores only will begin testing at 8:50 am. Grades 9, 11 and 12 will report at 9:50 am.
• There will be no House or RTI on these days.
• We will use the RTI program to assign students to a testing room. Students should look at their RTI to see which room to report to for testing.
• Kirkwood students will be assigned to an RTI on Thursday to take tests that they missed.

Action Item: 2025 Grandparents Mass: Parents, Please RSVP by 3/13

Xavier will be holding our Annual Grandparents Mass on Friday, April 25 at 1:00 PM. All grandparents are invited to attend the Mass with their grandchild(ren). Once again, we are asking parents to RSVP the total number of grandparents attending for your child. We will then mail them an invitation with the details, but grandparents will not need to RSVP themselves. Even if your grandparents cannot attend in person, please complete this form so that we may send them information about how to find the mass online and thank them for their support.

Once you have a total number of attendees determined, please click here to RSVP for them by Thursday, March 13th. If you have any that are uncertain, please add them as a "yes". We'd rather plan for too many than too few!

Last Month to Turn in Hy-Vee Receipts

Please continue to drop off Hy-Vee receipts for their Cash 4 Students program at the main office anytime in March. The deadline to turn in receipts is Monday, March 31st. Any receipts collected with dates after April 1st can be saved and turned in next school year.

Thank you for your help with this wonderful program!

6th Annual Mattress Fundraiser

Xavier High School is hosting our 6th Annual Mattress Fundraiser on Saturday, April 5th, from 10am - 5pm. Please consider stopping by! Not only will you get a great deal, but you’ll also sleep better knowing your purchase supports the Band, Choir, Robotics & BPA Students. 

More information can be found here:

• FB EVENT LINK
• Click here to watch this informational video!  

New Manufacturing Class Seeks Materials

The new Introduction to Manufacturing class is in need of materials for various student projects. If you have extra hardwood pieces lying around in your basement or garage, please consider donating them to the high school. These materials will be used by students to build projects. We prefer pieces to be at least 3/4" x 3/4" x 10". For more information or to donate, please contact David.Schubert@crxcs.org. 

Latest Edition of the Xpress

Check out the latest updates on TikTok, jetpacks, AI and more in the newest sci-fi edition of the Xpress!

World Language Survey

We are looking to gather information on what types of World Languages families would be interested in as we consider possible offerings in the future.

Please take a few minutes to fill out this brief survey: World Language Survey

“Cloud of Witnesses” Lenten Holy Hour at St. Wenceslaus

Join at St. Wenceslaus Church each Thursday evening 6-7pm during Lent to hear a reflection on the life of a Saint who overcame specific tragedies through God's grace, and then take time to rest in silent prayer with our Lord in Eucharistic Adoration.

ACT Exam for Juniors

The ACT Exam will be held on Tuesday, March 11th at 7:45 am for registered juniors only. Students should report to the Main Gym with your pencils and calculator. Calculators will not be provided.

During College & Career Prep classes this week all students received a prep booklet and informational sheet regarding setting up their myACT account to receive scores. This also explains how to link test scores if you have already taken the exam. If your student has not picked theirs up, please have them see Student Services.

PSAT 10 for Sophomores

The PSAT 10 test will be held on Wednesday, March 12th 7:45 am (for registered sophomores only)

Note - This is a late start day, but students testing will need to be here by 7:45 am.

Boys Golf Parent Meeting

There will be a Boys Golf Parent Meeting on Monday, March 10th at 7:00 PM in the Xavier Commons for all boys interested in playing golf this fall.

Upcoming Tryouts/Auditions for 2025/26 School Year

Xavier Dance Team - 

Parent Meeting

• March 10 @ 6:00PM (Xavier Library)

Auditions

• Monday, March 31st - 5:00pm-7:00pm
• Tuesday, April 1st - 5:00pm-7:00pm
• Wednesday, April 2nd - 4:30pm-6:30pm (Final Tryout)

Cheerleading Clinics/Tryouts -

Parent Info Meeting

• Monday, March 10th @ 6:00PM (Xavier Commons)
• If you are interested in trying out or for more information, please complete this pre-registration form.

Clinics

• March 24th - 3:00pm-5:00pm
• March 25th - 3:00pm-5:00pm
• March 26th - 3:00pm-5:00pm

Tryouts

• March 27th- 3:00pm-6:00pm

Show Choir Auditions - 

• May 13th - 6:00pm-9:00pm
• May 15th - 6:00pm-9:00pm

Register for Spring Activities/Sports on Bound

Any student planning on participating in an activity (fine arts, athletics or clubs) at Xavier High School this spring must be registered on Bound. Please register now for all activities you plan to participate in this year so that we can provide communication to you prior to the season.

• Go to www.gobound.com/ia/schools/xavier, then Sign In, and click on “Registration”. 
• If your student is interested in participating in multiple activities, please register them for each activity.
• If your student is considering participating in athletics or cheer, parents must also upload a Physical, and electronically sign a Concussion and Permission/Release Form via Bound. All physicals will now be uploaded through this process – paper forms will not be accepted in the XHS Activities Office. You will not need to print a form elsewhere.

Graduation Party Supplies

The Saints Shop has all your graduation party needs covered. Special order Xavier logo imprinted:

• plates
• napkins
• cups
• table runners
• ”Xavier Graduate” yard signs
• vinyl banners

Complete your party décor with cutlery and plastic tablecloths in navy blue or silver. You may place your order at xhsgraduation2025.itemorder.com

The webstore will be open until March 26, 2025! No late orders will be accepted. 

When orders come in they may be picked up at the Saints Shop.

Senior Photos Deadline

Seniors Photos for the yearbook will be due April 4th and can be emailed to Lauren Phillips at lauren.phillips@crxcs.org

Students should be in appropriate attire with no baseball caps.

Final Yearbook Order Deadline

2024-2025 yearbook orders will close on April 30th and can be purchased through Jostens.